Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
naquenensis
ID:
1592968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Betancur & Aguirre-Santoro

Source:

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 737 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047864

Common Names

  • Steyerbromelia naquenensis
  • Naquenensis Steyerbromelia
  • Naquenensis's Bromeliad

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Description

Steyerbromelia naquenensis (also called Naquen Bromeliad, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to South America, and is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Steyerbromelia naquenensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its unique, eye-catching appearance. It is also used in landscaping as a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Steyerbromelia naquenensis has a bright yellow flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steyerbromelia naquenensis is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Chile. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Steyerbromelia naquenensis

Steyerbromelia naquenensis can be found in South America.

Steyerbromelia naquenensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Steyerbromelia naquenensis?

Steyerbromelia naquenensis is native to Brazil.

What is the size of Steyerbromelia naquenensis?

Steyerbromelia naquenensis can grow up to 12 inches in height.

What is the color of Steyerbromelia naquenensis?

Steyerbromelia naquenensis has bright yellow flowers.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77161744-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].